Bridges Events March 2-8

Event listings are a free, community service offered by Bridges. Listings will be printed if space permits. Submission deadline is two weeks before the event date. Please send submissions to bridges@thestarphoenix.com.

Thurs., March 8

# THEATRE

Gabriel Dumont’s Wild West Show Runs to March 4 at Persephone Theatre. World Premiere co-presented with GTNT and La Troupe du Jour. A multilingual work of fiction based on Gabriel Dumont’s desire to have a Wild West show tour France to tell the story of the Métis people and the settlement of the West. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.

Boom March 8-18 at The Refinery, 609 Dufferin Ave. Presented by Live Five and produced by Fire in the Hole Productions. Two college students meet for a casual evening that turns into something more. With a pre-show chat March 8 at 7:15 p.m., and Afterplay discussions following Saturday and Sunday performances. Tickets at 306-653-5191, ontheboards.ca.

Pimatisiwin March 8-16 at Studio 914, 914 20th St. W. Presented by GTNT. A collaboration with CHEP and Wanuskewin Heritage Park that will explore the themes and stories about our Indigenous connection to land and food. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.

Life After Hockey Runs to March 11 at Dancing Sky Theatre in Meacham. A boy falls in love with the uniquely Canadian mythology of hockey, and is still sorting through those dreams as a grown man with a wife, kids and a job. Tickets at 306-653-5191, ontheboards.ca.

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# SPECIAL EVENTS

Slim Chance Friday nights, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the German Cultural Centre, 160 Cartwright St. E. Slim Chance performs top of the charts oldies. Information at 306-244-6869.

Ballroom & Latin Dance March 2, 7:30 p.m., at the Downtown Legion, 606 Spadina Cres. W. Presented by the Classic Dance Club. Tango lessons followed by a dance. With snacks and beverages. Everyone is welcome. Admission at the door. Information at classicdanceclub.ca.

Hope Restored Canada Summit March 3, 9:30 a.m., at the Remai Arts Centre. Hear from speakers on the topic of human trafficking, with a specific emphasis on efforts to address sex trafficking/sexual exploitation here in Canada. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org. An 18+ event.

Westside Community Centre’s Clothing Depot Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 3488 Fairlight Dr. Free clothing for all ages, free baked goods from a local bakery. They take donations of clothing, footwear, accessories and toys. Information at 306-222-8737.

Variety Night March 3, 7 p.m., at Louise Avenue Congregational Church, 1602 Louise Ave. A night of music and family entertainment. Admission at the door.

Pet Loss Support Group They meet the first and third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m., at the Edwards Family Centre, 333 Fourth Ave. N. Gatherings are informal and provide a place to share feelings, pictures and stories. Information at 306-343-5322.

Good Food/Slow Food Challenge March 4, 2 to 5 p.m., at Station 20 West, 1120 20th St. W. Presented by CHEP Good Food Inc. and Slow Food Saskatoon. A cooking competition fundraiser featuring three local chefs. Admission at the door. Information on Facebook.

French and English Skills Development Mondays through June, 12:05 to 12:55 p.m., at Le Rendez-vous francophone, 308 Fourth Ave. N. Hosted by Inspiration Bilingue Toastmasters Club. Develop and practice French and English communication and leadership skills. Information at inspirationbilingue.toastmastersclubs.org.

Film and Discussion March 5, 7:30 p.m., at Grace-Westminster United Church, 505 10th St. E. Presented by the Yorkton Film Festival. Screening 17 Days, followed by a discussion with panelists from Global Gathering Place. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free.

Modern Square Dance Beginner Class Mondays, 8 to 10 p.m., at All Saints Anglican Church Hall, 1801 Lorne Ave. Exercise for the body and the mind. Information at 306-253-4453, 306-978-0970.

Orpheus 60 Chorus Rehearsals The choir rehearses every Monday. No auditions necessary to join. For information or to join them call 306-652-3328.

Canadian Light Source (CLS) Public Tours Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 2:30 p.m., at the Canadian Light Source, 44 Innovation Blvd. The synchrotron research facility is open for the public. Preregistration is required. Call 306-657-3644, email outreach@lightsource.ca or visit lightsource.ca/tours.html.

Information Session About Dizziness March 6, 11 a.m., at Lifemark Clinic, 3907 Eighth St. E. Physiotherapist and vestibular therapist Rae Ann Erickson talks about common causes of dizziness and what you can do about it. Register at 306-652-5151. Admission is free.

St. John Bosco Seniors Carpet Bowling Club Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1:30 p.m., except long weekends, September to May. Information at 306-382-8021, 306-382-2953, 306-382-4606.

FASD Network Support Meetings Wednesdays at the FASD Network office, 510 Cynthia St. An informative and engaging space for individuals living with FASD and their caregivers. Admission is free. Schedule and information at saskfasdnetwork.ca/events.

Saskatoon International Folkdance Thursdays, 7 p.m., in room 13 of Albert Community Centre, 610 Clarence Ave. S. The Saskatoon International Folkdance Club teaches dances from around the world. First night is free. Information at 306-374-0005, sifc.awardspace.com.

Gongbath Immersion Meditation Thursday evenings through March 29, 7:30 p.m., at Queen’s House Retreat and Renewal Centre, 601 Taylor St. W. Experience the healing harmonics of the gong. Information at lynneharley.com, 306-270-3800.

Weekly Activities for SeniorsHeld regularly at Cosmo Senior’s Centre, 614 11th St. E. For 55 plus. Yoga, whist, exercises, bridge, cribbage and Kaiser. Potluck lunch the third Monday of every month. Drop-in fees at the door. New members are welcome. Schedule and information at 306-260-1878.

Al-Anon Meetings Weekly meetings in Saskatoon. A fellowship of people sharing their experience, strength and hope. Saskatoon Al-Anon group meetings are open to anyone who has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Information at sk-alanon.ca, 306-665-3838.

English for Employment Class Hosted by the Saskatoon Open Door Society. Improve English pronunciation and communication, and learn what you need to find work in Saskatoon. Information or registration at 306-250-4337, 306-653-4464, 306-250-4338, jhaugen@sods.sk.ca, ajunek@sods.sk.ca.

# ART

Gordon Snelgrove Gallery Until March 2 in Room 191 of the University of Saskatchewan’s Murray Building. Strengthening Future Connections: A Gateway Design Studio Open.

Saskatoon City Hospital Gallery on the Bridges March 3 to May 31 on the fourth floor of Saskatoon City Hospital. Chimerical Places III: Explorations in Architectural Representation by Gerald Penry.

The Gallery at Frances Morrison Central Library Until March 8 at 311 23rd St. E. vVIBEZz by Kyle Zurevinski.

Saskatchewan Craft Council Until March 17 at 813 Broadway Ave. Material Grace by Anita Rocamora.

Centre East Galleries Until March 18 at The Centre. Displays by the Venture Heights School Industrial Arts Class, Remai Modern, Bridge City Needles Art Guild, Karen Pidskalny, and Saskatoon Potters Guild.

SCYAP Gallery Until March 18 at 253 Third Ave. S. Rise Up by Gerry Potie and Lisa Lam.

St. Thomas More Gallery Until March 23 at 1437 College Dr. Displaced by Karen Pask-Thompson.

Free to Roam by Karen Pask-Thompson is on display at St. Thomas More Gallery.Supplied photo

Standing Out by Karen Pask-Thompson is on display at St. Thomas More Gallery.Supplied photo

The Gallery/Art Placement Inc. Until March 29 at 238 Third Ave. S. Upon a Flower, a group show.

Gallery on the Greens Through March at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Sets by Sask Terra art group.

Wanuskewin Heritage Park Through March at Wanuskewin, north of Saskatoon. We the North — Contemporary Inuit Art, and When Raven Becomes Spider.

Ukrainian Museum of Canada Until May 13 at 910 Spadina Cres. E. Inspirations and Reflections of My Baba’s Garden: Works in Fused Glass by Patricia Tymkiw.

# FAMILY

Children’s Play Centre Daily at Lawson Heights Mall. A fun, safe, environment for preschool children to play. Adults must stay with and supervise children at all times.

Market Mall Children’s Play Centre Daily just off the food court at Market Mall. This play area is free and has different level slides.

Postnatal Yoga Mondays, noon to 1 p.m., at Pregnancy and Parenting Health Centre, 248 Third Ave. S. Beginner to intermediate yoga designed to help with postpartum recovery. Register at msjpriestley.wix.com/pureenergy. No class on stat holidays.

Stay and Play Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:15 to 11:15 a.m., September through April. For children up to age five. Semi-structured, crafts, snacks, story time, toys, activities. Email stayandplaysaskatoon@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page.

Shop ‘n Stroll Wednesdays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in front of Customer Service at Lawson Heights Mall. Power-walking, body-sculpting moves and socializing for parents and babies. Preregister at runnersandbootiesfitness.com. No classes on stat holidays.

Criss Cross Applesauce Wednesdays until March 28, 10 to 11:45 a.m., at READ Saskatoon, 2-706 Duchess St. For children ages three to five with a parent or caregiver. A free program to prepare for school success with games, tips and activities. Register at 306-652-5448, info@READSaskatoon.com.

Stars and Strollers Wednesdays, 1 p.m., at Centre Cinemas in The Centre. Choice of two movies each week in a baby-friendly environment.

Scooters Thursdays, 9:15 to 11:15 a.m., October to May, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1636 Acadia Dr. A drop-in indoor playgroup for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. Information at scooters@ebap.ca, Facebook.

Playgroup Monthly and seasonal events. Hosted by Prairie Hearts Learning Community, a group of families inspired by Waldorf philosophy. Programming is aimed at children ages two to five, but all ages welcome. Information on their Facebook page.

Remai Modern Ongoing regular art programs for all ages. Find the calendar at remaimodern.org.

Saskatoon Public Library Programs Ongoing daily programs for children and families. Find the calendar at saskatoonlibrary.ca.